German cockroaches favor warm, humid spaces near food and water — kitchens, behind appliances, under sinks — and Mize's a climate typical of Appalachian foothill country, with more precipitation and cooler temperatures at elevation keeps them active most of the year. American cockroaches, larger and reddish-brown, prefer basements, drains, and utility rooms. Housing here is often built into hillside terrain, ranging from historic rural homes to more modest recent construction.
We start with an inspection to identify the species and the source — sanitation issue, moisture problem, or entry point. Treatment centers on gel bait placed in cracks, voids, and under appliances, not broadcast spraying, since German cockroaches in particular have developed resistance to many surface sprays. A follow-up visit confirms the bait is working and the population is dropping.